It would be easy for me to say 2014 was all bad, but, it wasn't. Nothing in life is 100%. Saying something is "always" or "never" something or another is not only inaccurate but makes you a drama llama. Nobody likes a drama llama.
Rather than making a list of resolutions that I know I'll fail or won't follow through with, I'd rather take a moment to take stock in life as of today. My kids are healthy, I have a roof over my head, food in the pantry and a husband that still loves me.
I could rattle on about my declining health, losing my job, feeling that I'm not pulling my weight around the house, and feeling otherwise, not enough.
But, it can't rain all the time. Everything has its own silver lining, thin as it might be, it's there.
With the loss of my job, I was given the opportunity to put the focus back on my photography. While I don't have the client base to depend on this as a consistent form of income, I've had the opportunity to meet some pretty amazing people along the way.
Our family took a vacation to the mountains and in those few days, we focused on the precious time spent together and left our worries at home. Even though I'm pretty sure we spent the majority of the time in the truck, we were happy.
As I navigate through 2015, I'll remind myself daily what's really important. I'll strive to find a new job. I'll remind my family how much they mean to me. I'll reassure my husband daily that he is my rock, my love, my best friend. I'll take better care of myself, physically and mentally. I'll stay in touch with my friends. Last but not least, I'll forgive myself for my shortcomings and strive to be a better human being.
Life moves pretty fast and none of us are promised tomorrow. Cherish the time you have and the people you hold close to your heart.
Well said my friend!
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